15 Munich Walking Tours We Would Walk Twice

1.Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,181 reviews · 2.5 hours - 165 minutes · from $31Our pick

Spend 165 minutes walking through Munich’s Nazi-era past with guides such as Michael, Steve, Alex, Josh, and Danielle. Visit Hofbräuhaus, Feldherrnhalle, Königsplatz, and the Hofgarten while tracing Hitler’s rise and learning about the White Rose resistance. Expect a serious, story-led tour in English or German, with frequent stops and plenty of outdoor time.

“Steve made this tour a real experience! I learned many things, with in an intense and funny tour guide. Super recommended!”

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2.Third Reich Walking Tour Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,291 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Follow an English-speaking guide through Munich sites tied to Hitler’s rise and Nazi rule. In 2.5 hours, you’ll visit Königsplatz, Odeonsplatz, the Hofbräuhaus, Old Town Hall, and Marienplatz, with photos, political context, and memorials to those who resisted. Guides such as Jake, Michael, Nicola, and Aileen are praised for clear, thoughtful storytelling.

“This was an excellent and very informative tour and took us to places in Munich that we otherwise would have probably missed. Nicola, our guide, was very patient and answered any questions that we had and struck the right balance of stopping to explain the significance of the landmarks and the walks between these.”

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3.Old Town & Viktualienmarkt City Walk in German

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,304 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23Best value

Meet at Marienplatz for a 90-minute German-language walk through central Munich. Your guide covers the Frauenkirche, Theatine Church, Hofbräuhaus, Odeonsplatz, Fünf Höfe, Dallmayr and Viktualienmarkt. Guides such as Emanuela and Alexandra add lively stories, humor and local color. Food, drinks and transfers are not included.

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4.Night Watchman Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,092 reviews · 1.5 hours

Join a costumed night watchman, with guides such as Alois or Elsbeth, for a 1.5-hour walk through Munich’s old town. You’ll visit St. Peter’s Church, the Alter Hof, Frauenkirche, Promenadeplatz, and the Theatine Church while hearing tales of saints, prisons, gravestones, royal scandals, and medieval customs. The tour runs in German or English and private groups are available.

“Der Tourguide hat es super gemacht. Viel Wissenswertes mit Witz und Charme gezeigt.”

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5.Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,900 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Walk Munich’s old center from Marienplatz to Frauenplatz while guides such as Erica, Julia, Hannah-Maria, and Hugo tell tales of witches, vampires, ghosts, executions, and Nazi-era haunts. The two-hour evening tour includes three alcoholic shots, with non-alcoholic drinks available by request, and returns to the central meeting point.

“My mother and I attended this tour together a few days ago. Julia was our guide, and she was fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable and also very witty. It was a great blend of history and folklore. The spirits were also fun activities, and helped you get through the cold! So much fun, would definitely recommend.”

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6.Munich Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,287 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Walk Munich’s historic center with a local English-speaking guide, visiting Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, Frauenkirche, Viktualienmarkt, St. Peter’s Church, Alter Hof, the Residenz, and Odeonsplatz. Guides such as Anna, Patrick, Dan, and Aileen are praised for lively stories, humor, and useful advice. Expect a brisk overview, not lengthy interior visits.

“Michelle was warm, and friendly and her tour covered all the big spots with great stories and recommendations for our stay”

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7.Walking Tour Old Town and Viktualienmarkt

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours

Spend 1.5 hours walking Munich’s historic center with an English- or German-speaking guide. You’ll see Marienplatz, St. Peter’s Church, Viktualienmarkt, Alter Hof, Hofbräuhaus, Maximilianstraße, the Residenz, and Odeonsplatz. Private groups are available, and guides such as Karen, Claudia, Gitti, and Gerhard have tailored walks to guests’ interests.

“Michael was an amazing story-teller and a professional guide. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to get an in-depth history about the city of Munich as well as the inside scoop on how to explore the city, the Bavarian way!”

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8.Birthplace of the Third Reich Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 771 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $29

This 2.5-hour English walking tour traces Munich’s role in the rise of the Nazi Party. You’ll visit former beer halls, the site linked to Kristallnacht planning, Nazi headquarters, war-damaged buildings, and memorials to victims and opponents. Guides such as Jake, Sam, Nic, Steve, and Aileen bring the difficult story into focus.

“What a brilliant tour, informative and weaving personal history with the politics and culture of the times. Dan the Bearded man sets a high bar for guided tours. He kept us entertained on a rainy day in Munich. He should carry a machine so we can tip with cards !”

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9.Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 589 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Spend two hours walking Munich’s historic center with an English-speaking guide such as Noel, Claudia, Emanuela, or Michael. See Marienplatz, the Frauenkirche, the Residenz, beer halls, and the English Garden, including its famous surfers. The route is easy-paced, wheelchair accessible, and available as a private tour.

“Noel gave us an amazing tour. Despite it being a cold and rainy day in January, we were completely enthralled by his stories for over two hours. He answered all of our questions and told us tons of interesting and funny things about Munich. He was extremely helpful and thoughtful.”

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10.Discover Munich 2-Hour Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 491 reviews · 2 hours · from $27

Start near Munich Central Station on Dachauer Straße and walk into the old town with an English-speaking local guide. Expect Marienplatz, the Rathaus-Glockenspiel, churches, beer halls, cultural stories, restaurant tips, and darker 20th-century history. Guides such as Sam, Anna, Timmy, and Leon keep the pace friendly and easy to follow.

“This was an excellent tour as an introduction to the city of Munich. Our guide Connie made the tour super interesting and fun!! Totally recommended!!”

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11.Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 479 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Start at the Tourist Information Office on Marienplatz and follow an English-speaking certified guide through Munich’s Old Town. Expect stories about the New Town Hall, Frauenkirche, Residenz, Odeonsplatz, Maximilianstrasse, beer, war, and the city’s rebuilding. Guides such as Markus, Paola, Vanessa, and Valerie bring different personalities to this compact two-hour introduction.

“Victoria was a great guide! She provided interesting details and answered our questions throughout the tour. I think a headset would be very helpful.”

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12.Raven Black Witches and Executioners Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 294 reviews · from $25

Walk Munich’s southern old town with a German-speaking guide such as Dhruv, tracing stories of witches, hangmen, gravediggers, and other outcasts. In 105 minutes, you cross the Hackenviertel from Frauenkirche to Sendlinger Tor, hear unsettling legends, and receive a small souvenir. English speakers should note that the tour itself is in German.

“It is a German language tour. It is advertised in English but the advertisement does say it’s given in German. I like the fact that he worked with us with the language challenge. I only speak English. The tour guide speaks English. He should give it in English too. He’s a great guide.”

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13.Guided Food Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 183 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your English or German-speaking guide beneath the Isartor arch for a two-hour walk through Munich’s Old Town. You’ll sample three beers, pretzels, Obazda, Pfennigmuggerl, Leberkäse, and fresh Schmalznudeln, while seeing medieval walls and Viktualienmarkt. The private tour costs $672 for up to five people.

“Alles gut organisiert,Guide sehr sympathisch, hat er gut gemacht”

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14.Munich Old Town – Guided Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 153 reviews · 2h 30m · from $29

Meet your English-speaking Walkative guide under the yellow umbrella at St. Peter’s Church. In 150 minutes, you’ll see Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus, the royal residences, Odeonsplatz, the National Theater, and sites tied to Bavaria’s beer culture and Nazi past. Guides may include Jean, Alex, Patrick, Noel, or Lima.

“Jan has been a fantastic guide, always providing sound explanations and additional info for extra visits after the tour. Thanks Jan, we loved your enthusiasm!!!”

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15.Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $55

Explore Munich privately for 2 to 8 hours with a local guide speaking English, French, or Spanish. Your guide shapes the walk around your interests, covering major sights, churches, the Rathaus, history, food tips, and less familiar corners. Phillip, Roberto, Anna, Verena, and Jessy are among the guides praised for their friendly, thoughtful approach.

“Verena was amazing! The pace Was Great; she showed us so many landmarks to provide an amazing foundation of history. She didn’t spend too much time on any one place - Which allowed us to see a lot during our tour. She was quite lovely! Thank you!”

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